Maui Restaurants

Like most super-popular tourist destinations, Maui has a great mix of traditional local restaurants serving authentic local dishes as well as the chain restaurants you’ve come to expect in case you miss your favorites from home. Don’t be afraid to venture off of the beaten path in Maui, some of the best eats aren’t advertised anywhere.

1. Colleen’s At the Cannery - 810 Haiku Rd Haiku  HI - website

Colleen’s is an extremely popular spot for all three meals as they serve excellent local coffee and pastries, as well as four star quality dinners and lunches.

2. Hana Hou Café - 610 Haiku Road Haiku  HI - website

An excellent spot for light eats and even some traditional bar food, the Hana Hou is popular both day and night and is extremely affordable, too.

3. Tokyo Tei Restaurant - 1063 Lower Main #C101 Wailuku  HI - website

Some of the best, and most creative, Japanese food in the world can be found right here in Hawaii, and Tokyo Tei is helping to lead the charge.

4. The Seawatch - 100 Wailea Golf Club Drive Wailea  HI - website

No trip to any tropical island is complete without a legendary seafood meal, and you can’t do much better than The Seawatch.

5. Nick’s Fish Market - 4100 Wailea Alanui Wailea  HI  - website

Nick’s takes traditional Hawaiian seafood dining and adds a touch of style and class. It is a bit pricy but the food and service more than make up for it.

6. Matteo’s Pizzeria - 100 Wailea Ike Dr. Kihei  HI - website

Authentic Italian food in Hawaii? It’s possible and Matteo’s makes it happen for less than you think. A great affordable spot for locals and tourists.

7. Mama’s Fish House - 799 Poho Place Paia  HI - website

Every visitor to the islands should make time for one authentic Hawaiian meal, and Mama’s serves all the best including Ahi and Poi.

8. Fresh Mint - 115 Baldwin Ave Paia  HI - website

Fresh Mint is an extremely popular Vietnamese restaurant that specializes in vegetarian cooking, although there is something on the menu for everyone.

9. The Raw Experience - 42 Baldwin Ave Paia  HI - website

Is vegetarian not healthy enough for you? The Raw Experience offers the best in authentic Hawaiian cooking without the cooking.

10. Aloha Shave Ice Co. - 77 Hana Hwy Paia  HI - website

No Hawaiian meal is complete without the perfect dessert, shaved ice. It is a tradition dating back hundreds of years and is still extremely popular today.